Etude Lilac N100-2 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #D9DCEA, estimated LRV 65 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lavender Secret from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #D9DCEA · N100-2
Etude Lilac
65%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Etude Lilac Technical Profile
HEX Code#D9DCEA
RGB217, 220, 234
Estimated LRV65.0
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Etude Lilac
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Etude Lilac
#D9DCEA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9285AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Etude Lilac
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Etude Lilac Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
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Etude Lilac — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Etude Lilac have?
Etude Lilac by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Etude Lilac from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Etude Lilac are Lavender Secret by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Iced Amethyst by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), On Butterfly Wings by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Etude Lilac's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Etude Lilac?
Etude Lilac has a estimated lightness value of 65.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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